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Pool built last year Freeze protection has been running Few Qs - when both pumps run, I am showing zero filter pressure. Is this because the dial needle could be frozen ? - we have had random power blips so expect power to go off with continued ice storms. What do you do when you have a...

This site has been amazing - loads of help Haven’t been on in awhile, work got busy. For the most part pool is holding up really well here in Charlotte, NC, minus dealing with the leaves but have a routine now and isn’t so bad. Love my M600 as it does a good job most of the time. Few...

Anyone use either of these products…. Do they work, are they gimmicks should I get one, get both or get neither ?

First year with pool Wooded lot I knew we would be fighting leaves approaching Fall No opportunity to cover In NC, we do not close the pool my question, I can’t sit out there all day and skim so if I go out a few times a day I expect a good amount of leaves to have fallen (either on the surface...

Have a Jandy HeatPump I knew that it would create condensation while running WHATS NORMAL ? Meaning how much I have a puddle in front of the unit also, I plan to lay river rock around it next week so that might help so it isn’t straight dirt which I am sure doesn’t help thanks for your...

Use PH Taylor R-0014 with TF100 kit ordered the Taylor R-0015a reagent for acid demand because I regularly got north of 8.0 and not quite sure how much acid is needs to lower to 7.4-7.6 range also, what does the Taylor R-0015b base reagent do ? any instructions ??

Hi everyone, have a question as I have been doing pretty well with my TF-100 kit and new pool. I normally have to add about a 1/3 gallon of acid every 3rd day to lower PH to “orange” - 7.5 I lowered the PH to about 7.3 prior to leaving as I have multiple water features that run during the day...

Hi folks, I know aeration increases PH - is there a method to gauge how much it increases and for example, estimate if you turn water features off for 1/2 the time what that will do ? I have the sheer decent and 2 bubblers on 12 hours a day and the Spa spillover cuts on 2x to turn over the spa...

Hi everyone, we have a Jandy HeatPump and I knew there would be water condensation dripping from the unit when ON. I’m not sure what is normal below are some pictures - it has rained a lot in NC these past few days but it for sure puddles - the grass is wet mainly due to rain last night I...

Has anyone purchased a wicker square deck type box for their dolphin and cord ? not looking to use caddy and just keep it to the side of the pool near outlet without spending time searching for the right dimensions wondering what has worked well for others ?? needs to be resin wicker so it...

I’ve tried multiple Dolphin demo units as well as two Polaris units @Newdude the only Dolphin that worked well in my opinion was the M400 (in my pool), it cleared the 4 bottom drains with ease and did a good thoroughly cleaning (but I was NOT a fan of the cartridge system) nor did it do a...

In addition to managing PH levels to control calcium scaling and eyes stinging/equipment damage is there a relationship to available Chlorine to fight bacteria ? I came across this chart - fact or myth ??? At the target PH of say 7.5, this says you have 50% of available chlorine to fight...

New pool ownership is so much fun - will be glad when I figure all of this out next question is around the deep end return jet (closest to pad). I have air bubbles coming out - you can see it a lot more at night with the white light on vs what you see during daylight anyways - I’ve checked...

Need help - new pool @Jimrahbe @mknauss attaching our current plumbing pad layout trying to creat a Pool only mode, Spa only mode and Spillover Mode Right now I have only 2 modes —-> Spa only (which works fine) and my other option (which is what I run for my 12 hr cycle) is Pool/Spa and...

Question: @Newdude My pool builder gave us a Polaris 8050 Sport for free - well let’s just say we had no robot in the contract as nothing is for free. I’ve used it for a few weeks as it wouldn’t have been my first or second choice just to see what I liked and didn’t like as this is our first...

I know every pool is different and multiple factors exist. But....... curious how much water features contribute to water evaporation North Carolina - 70’s/low 80’s pool - 23k gallons 4ft wide with a 4ft drop spa spillover 24” sheer descent 2 bubblers Water features run for about 12...

I’ve seen skimmer robots listed like the solar breeze but all of them are >$500 then this comes across my Facebook feed scam ? Anyone else try it ...

New pool PB just turned it over to us after adding salt last weekend Got the test kit out only 3 tests so far (chlorine, PH and alkalinity) maybe it’s an acquired skill but the color matching is difficult The alkalinity seemed to take 11-12 drop for the water to turn dark pink/red which is a...

i am looking for the right tool to scoop all the debris out of the skimmer vs sticking my hand in sight unseen. A fine mesh to remove fine particle floating after you remove basket.... what is best to use ?

Made by the same company One is Homeowner vs Professional grade Weight difference and durability? https://www.piranhapoolproducts.com/products-professional#POLES https://stingraynets.com/

I have the Taylor test kit but wanted something a bit easier in-between are these strips good - they have 7 tests on each strip - plan to use them daily and then the Taylor test kit weekly thoughts ?

During Pool School the guy suggested I add PoolRx to help reduce load on salt generator and help with water balance. is this suggested by TFP ???

Love this forum It helps with the unknown and anxiety of being a first time pool owner I’ve posted numerous questions under different threads but figured I would start a build thread and add to it over the next few months as we progress. Thanks to everyone for providing thoughts and input...

Removed form board after Gunite shoot Raised Spa - on the backside of spa wall you can see exposed flex plumbing line The walls seems like they are 10”-12” thick PB said no issue that the Stonework on exterior wall will cover it up (I kind figured that already) Main question is; is this a...

2-3 days since Gunite shoot Watering 3-4x a day As it dries in-between watering, wondering if the attached is normal Darker/Lighter spots etc Any thoughts ? First image - dry or drying Second image - after watering

After weeks and weeks of delays for a variety of reasons finally had pool shot today Took a lot longer than I thought it would - the crew was here for 12 hours 8 trucks and about 70 yards Wall thickness is 12”, not sure about floor but imagine it’s similar - not sure what “normal” is Only...

Have been looking through the forums for a subject like this - this site is immensely helpful for those who aren’t familiar with general contracting or pool construction We are about to shoot the pool - Gunite. I’ve seen lots of post with folks asking curing questions after the shoot but...

@kimkats always appreciate your responses; trying to get a few more opinions on equipment setup in below thread We also have 8 exterior security flood lights on our roof line - wonder what I need to retrofit for them to work with Jandy Auqalink automation Thinking now towards lighting (what...

Hi everyone, About to shoot pool and want to add 2 colored LED bubblers to the tanning shelf for the young kids. PB is quoting $980 for 2 bubblers incl plumbing (no lights) 3,600 for colored LED Is it really $2,700 just to add colored as I realize we need electrical Some of these...

Hi everyone well, 2 day dig and a few issues but things I believe got resolved - just looking for some confirmation from the experts on the site our lot (backyard) has always had a wet spot and we are dealing with a 5.5 ft elevation change - our lot sits downstream to lots at higher elevations...